As cool and modern as we think we are, Bham Now needs your help on keeping us hip—like, do people even still use the word hip? We’ve put together the only survey in the world that will actually take less than two minutes to complete and it enters you to win some fire prizes valued up to $500. Hurry, the deadline is July 10.
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From a global pandemic to important social movements, we could all use a break and change of scenery. Odds are most summer vacation plans have been altered. Luckily, Birmingham’s a great place to be for a staycation. Check out these boutique and other local hotels for some inspiration. I’ve even included a little itinerary for each location just for you.
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It’s Fourth of July Weekend, which means you’re busy looking for things to do around Birmingham. While keeping social distancing in mind, here are all the details. *Fireworks shows included!*
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On Wednesday, July 1st, the newly-renovated Iron Age Building in downtown Birmingham officially opened its doors. So, we took a tour of the new space—here’s what we saw!
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Temperatures are rising here in Birmingham, and you know what that means. Even more than fireworks and the crunch of cold watermelon, there’s one sound that screams “southern summer” above anything else: grills firing up. We’ve got 3 unique recipes you NEED to try this summer, using a fresh take on America’s favorite marinade.
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The Fourth of July is just days away, and while many cities around the greater Birmingham area have canceled their fireworks shows due to COVID, others are shouting “on with the show!” So grab a mask, secure the ultimate viewing spot and prepare to be wowed.
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Have you ever heard Railroad Park described as a, “a modern-day version of a Norman Rockwell painting?” National visitors, including this Baltimore columnist, are taking notice of Birmingham’s revitalization and seeing it as an example for what could be done in their own cities.
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Exercising your right to vote is more important than ever. We rounded up resources, deadlines and more from Jefferson County to help make it easy. The Chairman of the JeffCo Board of Registrars also walked us through safety and sanitation measures that will be in place this year. Check it out!
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When discussing why Diversity and Inclusion leaders are so essential for the workplace, I like this quote by Katherine Phillips: “Diversity jolts us into cognitive action in ways that homogeneity simply does not.” So, how do these roles benefit and improve Birmingham’s business community? Let’s take a look.
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Feeling the need for a weekend getaway? Then grab your quaranteam and head to the lake for some fresh air, sunshine and vast amounts of social distance. Here’s a peek at four lakes within easy driving distance from Birmingham.
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We wanted to hear from Birmingham residents what their experience with COVID was like, so we reached out and asked y’all to share your stories. We spoke to three different people who each had a relatively mild case. Here’s what they said.
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As COVID cases in and around Birmingham continue to rise, more of us will have the opportunity to get tested. After getting a notice that we’d been around someone who tested positive, my husband and I decided to get tested. Here’s what it was like and what you need to know if you need to get tested.
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As we grow closer to the fall semester, colleges are making plans to prepare for the safety of all individuals on their campuses. Governor Ivey has been working alongside experts at UAB to develop programs that will contain the spread of COVID-19–these include widespread tests for students in addition to an innovative self-check app system.
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Hooray!! There is no need to look under your car seats, scour through your glove compartment or floor board for loose coins to park in downtown Birmingham.
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On Thursday, June 25, city officials in Lincoln, Alabama broke ground on their upcoming world-class fishing park. The $6M, 38-acre park is expected to open by the end of the year—here’s what we know!
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Birmingham attorney Courtney French will be appearing on Oprah Winfrey’s OWN Spotlight: Oprah and 100 Black Fathers on June 30, at 9:00PM.
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